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JJ Spaun Wins U.S. Open After Rain-Delay Finale at Oakmont

After a 95-minute Sunday suspension in torrential rain, Spaun rallied on slick Oakmont greens to finish two shots clear

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OAKMONT, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 15: A view of the 18th green as a storm rolls in causing play to be suspended during the final round of the 125th U.S. OPEN at Oakmont Country Club on June 15, 2025 in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Play was halted at 4:01 p.m. ET on Sunday as heavy rain flooded greens and fairways, prompting a 96-minute delay.
  • Early leaders Sam Burns and Adam Scott faltered after play resumed, each dropping multiple shots in the soggy conditions.
  • Spaun, three strokes off the pace before the suspension, carded birdies on the 17th and 18th to finish at 1-under 279 and two clear of Robert MacIntyre.
  • Oakmont’s notorious quick greens and thick rough tested the field, drawing safety concerns expressed by players such as Justin Thomas.
  • The tournament’s $21.5 million purse awarded Spaun $4.3 million for his first major title.